Two World Heritage sites celebrate 20 years of UNESCO recognition

09/09/2019 16:25

A celebration was held in Quang Nam province to mark the 20th anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of Hoi An and My Son as World Heritage sites.

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A corner of Hoi An Ancient Town at night (Photo: VNA)

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A corner of Cu Lao Cham (Tan Hiep island commune, Hoi An city, Quang Nam province) (Photo: VNA)

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Ship anchorage in Cu Lao Cham is located between Bai Lang and Bai Ong areas, a safe shelter for boats whenever there is a storm (Photo: VNA)

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Sky view of the boat anchorage and Hai Tang pagoda in Cu Lao Cham (Tan Hiep island commune, Hoi An city, Quang Nam province) (Photo: VNA)

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Cu Lao Cham Island (Tan Hiep island commune, Hoi An city, Quang Nam province) viewed from above (Photo: VNA)

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My Son sanctuary in Duy Phu commune, Duy Xuyen district (Quang Nam province) is a complex of Cham temples, located in a valley about 2 km in diameter surrounded by hills. This was once the place of worship of the Champa Kingdom as well as the tomb of the Cham king or prince, and royal relatives. In December 1999, it was recognised as UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage (Photo: VNA)

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Daily life of residents with customs, religious activities, folk arts, cultural festivals being preserved and promoted along with the romantic natural landscape, traditional craft villages and special dishes ... This makes Hoi An an attractive destination for travellers from all over the world. (Photo: VNA)

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In the ancient town of Hoi An, both space and time are deposited in ancient wooden houses. (Photo: VNA)

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Cau Temple in Hoi An (Photo: VNA)

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The ancient town of Hoi An (Quang Nam) possesses many unique cultural features, which are preserved over decades with poetic beauty. This has long been a favourite destination for domestic and international tourists. (Photo: VNA)

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Aerial view of Hoi An ancient town (Photo: VNA)

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The ancient town of Hoi An is located 30km southeast of Da Nang city and 60 km northeast of Tam Ky city. Hoi An Ancient Town is preserved almost in its original state with a complex of ancient architectural relics including many housing constructions, meeting halls, temples, shrines, wells, bridges, pagodas, docks, markets. (Photo: VNA)

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